Job Title: Assistant Dean of Students (2 available positions) 

Fairfield College Preparatory School is an all-boys Jesuit, Catholic high school of excellence located on the campus of Fairfield University for students in ninth through twelfth grade.

Fairfield Prep Mission Statement

Fairfield College Preparatory School is a Jesuit, Catholic School of excellence forming young men of intellectual competence, who possess the conscience to make wise decisions, a compassion for others, and a commitment to justice in our global society.

Fairfield Prep Vision Statement

Fairfield College Preparatory School strives to be a reflective community of faith, in which students revere their relationship with God and with one another. We are committed to graduating transformational leaders who will respond to global and ecological challenges in an interconnected world marked by profound change.

Reports to: Principal

Basic Function: Two Assistant Dean of Students positions are available.

• One Assistant Dean will be responsible for students in the class of 2024 and 2026 and schoolwide programming
• The second Assistant Dean will be responsible for students in the class of 2025 and 2027 and all clubs, intramurals and cocurricular activities.

Education and Experience Requirements: Master’s Degree in Secondary Education or a related field, or the current pursuit of this degree, is preferred. Experience teaching or as an administrator in a high school setting. Must have experience with, or be familiar with, the mission of Catholic, Jesuit education.

Essential Functions: For each class the Assistant Dean is responsible for, the Assistant Dean will be responsible for:

• Enforcing all student rules and regulations and oversee student conduct, student discipline and student behavior during school day in the Prep buildings, on the Fairfield University campus, and at all school functions both on and off campus including dances, athletic events, and the Fairfield Train Station.
• When infractions occur, administer disciplinary penalties and consult with the Principal on infractions that involve suspension and / or expulsion.
• Organize and execute daily student
• Maintain meticulous student disciplinary
• Oversee student daily attendance including maintaining student attendance records and communicating with faculty members, students and families when concerning attendance trends arise and when attendance exceeds standards established in the Student Handbook
• Work collaboratively with the Academic Dean and School Counseling Department on matters of student attendance and behavioral interventions.
• Assign lockers and supervise the cleaning of lockers at the end of the academic
• Organize, plan and execute yearly student orientations and the transfer student onboarding, orientation and advisory program.
• Organize, plan and execute Student Advisory Program in conjunction with Guidance
• Organize, plan and execute student leadership formation programs in conjunction with the Campus Ministry and Athletic Departments.
• Coordinate the Magis Scholar program including tracking and gathering data on academics and co- curricular involvement, planning orientation for incoming scholars in the spring, running a Magis Scholar mentor program, and organizing, planning and executing monthly / semester events.
• Gather qualitative and quantitative data about all aspects of the student
• Organize, plan and execute social events for the class and / or with other local all-girls Catholic
• Assist the Director of Diversity and Community Engagement with community
• Serve as member of various leadership teams, such as School Team, Retention Team and Mission
• Teach one class section, as

In addition, the Assistant Dean responsible for schoolwide programming will:

• Organize, plan, and execute all schoolwide student programming (community periods, speakers, school assemblies, etc).

In addition, the Assistant Dean responsible for all clubs, intramurals and cocurricular activities will:

• Serve as advisor for all club moderators and leaders and assist in planning and marketing all co-curricular clubs, activities, and events
• Coordinate intramural program in partnership with the Athletic Department

Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/Fairfield Prep needs indicate.

This position is based at Fairfield College Preparatory School’s Fairfield, CT campus and is not eligible for immigration assistance.

Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain, and should not be interpreted as containing, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Please use this link to apply for the position online.

About Fairfield College Preparatory School

Fairfield College Preparatory School is a Jesuit, Catholic school of excellence founded in 1942. With an enrollment of 900 boys in grades 9-12, Prep attracts young men from diverse backgrounds throughout Southern Connecticut. The mission of Fairfield Prep is to form young men of intellectual competence, who possess the conscience to make wise decisions, a compassion for others, and a commitment to justice in our global society. Fairfield Prep is unique in its relationship with a Jesuit University and the resources available to it. As a division of Fairfield University, Prep enjoys a host of first-class facilities.

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